The Cirque: An American Odyssey (1989)
Documentary
Overview
In 1988, the Cirque du Soleil toured the United States and set up its big top in New York City - a grand three-ring circus in itself! - garnering rave reviews. Behind the scenes, artists working in the fledgling Quebec circus talk about what it means to them to be a part of this success, and also the price they pay for sharing the American Dream.
Cast
- Michel Barette
- Amélie Demay
- Denis Lacombe
- Guy Laliberté
- Angela Laurier
- Francine Dolorez Leonard
- Yves Neveu
- Abe Pollin